Past Events

Presented by Scott V. Krug, President, New England Low Vision and Blindness (www.nelowvision.com) will be highlighting some of the newest and most-popular low vision and blindness products, including the DaVinci, Merlin Elite, Transformer 13.3” Panel, Pebble HD, ACE, ROL, Apex, Brailliant, Victor Reader Stream. The presentation will be geared to both students and seniors. They will also be highlighting how to integrate the use of many products with the iPad and iPhone; plus offer real-world recommendations for top educational apps.…

Presented by Raymond T. Heipp, PhD, Director of Assistive and Educational Technologies at Westminster Technologies. Assistive Technology means a lot of things to different people. Unfortunately, people don’t always know what assistive technology works best for any special need. The common perception is that assistive technology is a one-size-fits all, while it is not! Join UCP in exploring technology that greatly benefits those with autism, physical challenges, visual challenges, veterans and the elderly. Experience firsthand devices like the TAPit, the…

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What’s it’s about: presented by Bill Kilroy, Director, Eastern Regional Sales, Freedom Scientific Blind & Low Vision. This session will focus on Freedom Scientific's blind and low vision technology, which provides workplace access to individuals who are visually impaired. The presentation will cover Screen Reading, Magnification, Braille and Electronic Video Magnification solutions that provide access to computing technology, as well as, everyday living and independence needs in the work environment. Participants will gain a greater understanding of the functionality of…

What’s it’s about: presented by Bill Kilroy, Director, Eastern Regional Sales, Freedom Scientific Blind & Low Vision. This session will focus on Freedom Scientific's blind and low vision technology, which provides workplace access to individuals who are visually impaired. The presentation will cover Screen Reading, Magnification, Braille and Electronic Video Magnification solutions that provide access to computing technology, as well as, everyday living and independence needs in the work environment. Participants will gain a greater understanding of the functionality of…

Presented by: Chris Henrich, Assistive Technology Professional What’s it’s about: AccessNSM provides Stair lifts, wheelchair lifts, vehicle lifts and the other allied products that comfortably and safely extend your mobility. From vehicle lifts to bathroom access to wheelchair ramps, we help you maintain independence at home, and on the road. AccessNSM offers indoor and outdoor stair lift and wheelchair lift models to accommodate staircases that are straight and stairs with turns, spirals or bends.

Join us for an evening of fun at Third Thursday street fair in Pittsfield! We will be meeting at the Pittsfield office and walking to North Street. For more information, or to RSVP, call 413-442-1562.

Join us for our monthly Drop-ln Center! Our computer lab will be open for use! Games, crafts and video games will also be available. Come down to UCP and visit with friends. For more information, please call 413-664-9345, ext. 20 or 413-442-1562.